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As a Georgia DUI lawyer with over 30 years of experience fighting for clients' rights, I've seen how field sobriety tests can make or break a case. One tool law enforcement often relies on is the Advanced Roadside Impaired Driving Enforcement (ARIDE) program, developed by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in collaboration with the International Association of Chiefs…Read More
The legal world lost a true icon on August 13, 2025, with the passing of Gerry Spence at the age of 96. Known for his flamboyant courtroom style—complete with fringe jackets and a folksy Wyoming demeanor—Spence was more than a celebrated trial lawyer who, as legend has it, never lost a criminal case before a jury. He was a revolutionary…Read More
As a seasoned DUI lawyer serving Gwinnett County and the greater Atlanta area, I've dedicated over 30 years to defending clients against DUI charges. At George C. Creal, Jr., P.C., we know that a DUI arrest can turn your life upside down, but what many don't realize is how shaky the "scientific" evidence against you often is. That's where forensic…Read More
As a seasoned DUI lawyer practicing in Gwinnett County and throughout Georgia, I often get questions from clients about their rights during a DUI stop especially when it comes to blood tests and search warrants. One common concern is whether refusing to consent to a blood draw, even after police obtain a warrant, can lead to additional charges like obstruction…Read More
As a Georgia DUI and Criminal Defense attorney with over 25 years of experience, I’ve seen how the intersection of criminal and immigration law can create unexpected pitfalls for non-citizens. One of the most insidious traps is the plea colloquy the courtroom dialogue where a defendant enters a guilty or nolo contendere plea. Many assume that if their Criminal Case is dismissed…Read More
As a Gwinnett County DUI lawyer with over 25 years of experience defending clients in Lawrenceville, Duluth, and across Georgia, I've built my practice on challenging flawed evidence. In DUI Cases, toxicology reports whether from breath, blood, or urine tests are often the prosecution's star witness. But what if those reports are riddled with errors? A 2020 article in Forensic Science International: Synergy titled…Read More
As a veteran Georgia DUI drug lawyer with over 25 years of experience defending clients in Gwinnett County and beyond, I've handled countless cases where prescription medications, illicit substances, or even over-the-counter drugs led to DUI charges. Unlike alcohol DUIs, which have a clear per se limit of 0.08% BAC under O.C.G.A. § 40-6-391(a)(1), drug DUIs in Georgia fall under…Read More
As a Georgia criminal defense attorney with over 25 years of experience fighting for clients' rights, I always keep a close eye on decisions from the Georgia Supreme Court that impact constitutional protections in Criminal Cases. On July 1, 2025, the Court issued an important opinion in Kitchens v. The State (S25A0788), vacating part of a trial court's order and remanding the case for…Read More
On June 24, 2025, the Georgia Supreme Court issued a landmark decision in Walmart Stores East, LP v. Leverette (S24G1104), fundamentally reshaping the landscape of nominal damages in Georgia. This ruling not only clarifies the legal definition of nominal damages but also has significant implications for how Personal Injury Cases will be litigated moving forward. As an experienced Georgia personal injury attorney, I’ll break down the case, summarize the Court’s decision, and analyze its impact on…Read More
By George Creal, Atlanta Personal Injury Lawyer The Martin v. United States case, decided by the U.S. Supreme Court on June 12, 2025, is a pivotal ruling that clarifies the scope of the Federal Tort Claims Act (FTCA) and its application to Personal Injury Claims arising from federal law enforcement misconduct. This case, stemming from a botched FBI SWAT raid on the wrong house, addresses…Read More